Shaking Beef (Bò Lúc Lạc)
Tender beef cubes tossed over high heat with garlic, oyster sauce, and a bright lime finish. A Vietnamese classic that tastes restaurant-quality but cooks in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat until it just starts to smoke, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add half the beef cubes without stirring. Sear 90 seconds per side until edges brown; transfer to a plate.
Step 3
Repeat with remaining beef, then add all beef back to the skillet with the garlic and shallot.
Step 4
Toss constantly over high heat for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in oyster sauce and fish sauce.
Step 5
Toss for 20 seconds to coat, then squeeze lime juice over and scatter scallion on top.
Step 6
Serve immediately over steamed rice or with pickled vegetables and herbs.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or wok
- tongs
- cutting board
- knife
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